Dating back to ancient Roman times, Pecorino Romano is one of the world's oldest recorded cheeses. Pecorino is an Italian word meaning from sheep's milk, and Romano indicates that this cheese is of Roman descent. All Pecorino Romano is made in either Lazio, Tuscany, or Sardinia during the months between November and June. These three regions have very similar pastures and breeds of sheep, ensuring consistent flavor and quality. Pecorino Romano is a name protected (DOC) cheese; its production overseen by the Consorzio per la Tulela del Formaggio Pecorino Romano. There are numerous Pecorinos made throughout Italy, but only one Pecorino Romano. Perhaps the most famous brand for Pecorino Romano in the U.S. is Locatelli. Aged for a minimum of nine months, this cheese is hard and dense; strong and sharp in flavor. It is pale yellow in color, with a black paper rind bearing the name Locatelli. Grate this cheese and serve it over pasta, soups, and salads. As a dessert, serve it chunked, drizzled with honey, and paired with ripe pears.

The packaging was done very well. Cheese blocks in good condition. I haven't yet grated or used any of the cheese.

By Tracyfrom Minnesotaon Sep 01, 2017

Excellent flavor!

I will buy this cheese again, it is so good with a very strong flavor, and a little goes a long way. I used it on pizza and it added an very pleasant flavor combined with the mozzarella.

By Paul Mealiefrom Long Beach, CAon Aug 06, 2017

Love it!

A perfectly cut good sized piece of my favorite cheese. Arrived in perfect condition and fresh. Am already enjoying in most of my cooking.Grating your own cheese adds so much flavor.

By Gianellafrom Kansason Jul 01, 2017

Best Romano Cheese ever

Super fast delivery and item very fresh! Cannot get this cheese anywhere in Kansas. So glad I now have a place to order online. Thank you!

By Rudolphfrom Iowa City IAon Jun 10, 2017

cheese lover

This is wonderful Pecorino Romano it is full flavored example of what a true Romano should be, it never disappoints. I repeatedly buy this cheese for grating.

By Laurafrom Mton Mar 13, 2017

Fast delivery, good product

Always good cheese

By audreyfrom bostonon Mar 03, 2017

Great Cheese

I've always preferred locatelli pecorino romano to parmesan, and when my son checked on 'google' to see the difference between the two, I was
stunned to learn the romano was the less expensive.

By CARMINEfrom ILLINOISon Feb 11, 2017

GREAT SERVICE

EXECLENT

By Margefrom Petersburg, WVon Jan 20, 2017

Great Flavor

Good deep flavor. Perfect for pasta or on top of your favorite baked dish. Loved the way they pack this cheese as it withstands the shipping process without an issue. A reusable icepack is included (bonus!) that helped when the delivery was left on my front porch in direct sunlight for most of the day. Might be an issue in the heat of summer, but didn't weep at all in 50-60 degree temps. Easily grated in my food processor and even small quantities grate easily with a manual cheese grater. Wouldn't hesitate to purchase from igourmet again!